1724 Collection (#7)

The Countess of Coningsby in the Costume of the Charlton Hunt, George Stubbs, 1724-1806, British

Water Spaniel Signed and dated, lower right: Geo Stubbs pinxt 1769, George
Water Spaniel Signed and dated, lower right: " Geo Stubbs pinxt 1769", George Stubbs, 1724-1806, British

Reapers Signed and dated, lower right: Geo : stubbs pinx | 1795, George
Reapers Signed and dated, lower right: " Geo : stubbs pinx | 1795", George Stubbs, 1724-1806, British

FRANCE: CHATEAU DE MARLY. King Louis XIVs smaller residence at what is now Marly-le-Roi near Paris. Painting by Pierre-Denis Martin, 1724

MARIANA VICTORIA OF SPAIN (1718-1781). Daughter of King Philip V of Spain. Queen consort of King Joseph I of Portugal. Painting by Nicholas Largilliere, 1724

FARINELLI (1705-1782). Nee Carlo Broschi. Italian soprano castrato. Caricature drawing by P.L. Ghezzi, 1724, of Farinelli playing a female role during a performance in Rome

WARFARE: SCALPING, 1724. Order of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, 17 November 1724, authorizing payment of rewards for Native American scalps

FIVE NATIONS: MEETING. Iroquois leaders from the Five Nations (Cayuga, Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, and Seneca) assembled around the Huron prophet Deganawidah, center

Plan of the city and harbor of Valletta and environs, showing the fortifications existing in 1724
MALTA: VALETTA MAP, 1724. Plan of the city and harbor of Valletta and environs, showing the fortifications existing in 1724. Copper engraving, French, 1728

Refracting telescope without a tube, designed by Christiaan Huyghens c1650. From an edition of his Opera Varia, 1724. Engraving

Hernando Cortes or Cortez (1485-1547) Spanish conquistador, conqueror of Mexico. Engraving of 1724 by George Vertue after the painting by Titian. Conquest Empire Colonisation

Royal College of Physicians, 1724 C013 / 5653
Royal College of Physicians. 18th-century artwork of the courtyard of the College of Physicians at Warwick Lane, London, England

Benjamin Franklins asbestos purse. This purse, made from tremolite asbestos, was brought to the UK by 19-year-old future US statesman and scientist Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) in 1724

DUPLESSIS, Joseph-SifrSde (1724-1802). Christoph Willibald Gluck. Oil on wood

KANT, Emmanuel (1724-1804); HEIDEGGER, Martin (1889-1976). German philosopher.; German philosopher. Title page from Martin

PEREZ DE HOLGUIN, Melchor (1665-1724)

ROLAND DE LA PORTE, Henri Horace (1724-1793). The Small Collation or The Carafe of Orgeat. Academicism. Oil on canvas

Anton F Busching
ANTON FRIEDRICH BUSCHING German geographical writer. Date: 1724 - 1793

Francis Bugg
FRANCIS BUGG of Mildenhall, a vehement critic of the Quakers - all the worse, because once he himself had been one of them ! Date: 1640 - 1724

Sir Guy Carleton
SIR GUY CARLETON First baron Dorchester Military commander and administrator. Date: 1724 - 1808

LOUIS I OF SPAIN (1707-1724). King of Spain, 15 January- 31 August 1724. Line engraving, Italian, c1856

PIRATE, 1724. Blackbeard the Pirate (Edward Teach). Color English engraving, 1724

PIRATES, 1724. Pirates Ann Bonny and Mary Read convicted of piracy, 28 November 1720, at a Court of Vice Admiralty held at St. Jago de la Vega in island of Jamaica. Line engraving, English, 1724

BARTHOLOMEW ROBERTS. The pirate Bartholomew Roberts shown with his ships Royal Fortune and Ranger, and the 11 ships they captured off the Guinea coast of Africa in 1722. Line engraving, English, 1724

Military music: French drummer, 1724
A French military drummer on horseback, as viewed from behind. Date: 1724

Immanuel Kant / Oval
IMMANUEL KANT German philosopher Date: 1724 - 1804

Immanuel Kant
IMMANUEL KANT German philosopher Date: 1724 - 1804

Solar eclipse paths. Historical map of the paths of four solar eclipses over Great Britain during the 1700s. The map is from the book The use of globes

Robert Harley / Mote
ROBERT HARLEY 1st Earl of Oxford (revived title)

Patrick Earl Marchmont
PATRICK HUME, first earl of MARCHMONT Scottish statesman, lord chancellor of Scotland

Augustus Earl of Bristol
AUGUSTUS JOHN HERVEY, third earl of BRISTOL Naval commander, gave evidence at Byngs trial : husband of Elizabeth Chudleigh, a lady of scandalous habits

Frances Brooke
FRANCES BROOKE (nee Moore) novelist and dramatic author

Felipe V at Madrid
Felipe V, formerly duc d Anjou, rides into Madrid with his queen, but the Spanish are less than delighted, war breaks out and he will abdicate in 1724

Robert Harley of Oxford
ROBERT HARLEY, first earl of OXFORD statesman, and collector of manuscripts

Ash Wednesday Custom
On ASH WEDNESDAY, the first day of Lent, Catholics go to church to be marked on the forehead with a cross in ash, as a sign of penitence

Washing Feet of Poor
On Holy Thursday before Easter, the feet of twelve poor people are washed, in memory of Jesus washing the feet of his twelve disciples

Adoring the Cross
On Good Friday, Catholics go to the altar to adore the crucifix

Yogi Self-Mutilators
Indians who mutilate themselves by slashing their bodies

Mass / Taking Bread
Taking the sacramental bread

Chopping Onions
Chopping onions for a ragout

KLOPSTOCK
Friedrich Gottlieb Klopstock German Writer

Pope Innocens XIII
POPE INNOCENS XIII (Michelangelo dei Conti)

George Stubbs / Humphrey
GEORGE STUBBS English painter known chiefly for accurate paintings of horses

Immanuel Kant (Hagemann)
IMMANUEL KANT German philosopher

German Military 1724-38
GERMAN Soldier, Officer and Drummer of Wurttemberg

St Luke / Royaumont 1724
SAINT LUKE the Evangelist busy writing his book; hes fond of the bull, but he keeps a vase of flowers between it and him, to disguise the smell

JAMES PUCKLE / 1667 - 1724
JAMES PUCKLE Writer, and inventor of the first machine gun

Henry Sacheverel / Anon En
HENRY SACHEVEREL Controversial English clergyman

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In the year 1724, a significant chapter unfolded in history, leaving behind a tapestry of diverse events and remarkable individuals. Immanuel Kant, the renowned philosopher known for his profound ideas on morality and reason, was born in Dobler. Little did anyone know that this humble birthplace would shape the course of philosophical thought for centuries to come. Meanwhile, across the British stage, William Hogarth's artistic genius came to life. His works such as "The Lottery" and "A Girl Knitting" captured society's intricacies with vivid detail and social commentary. In these masterpieces, Hogarth skillfully portrayed both mundane scenes and deeper societal issues. Amidst all this cultural richness emerged another influential figure – John Of God, a Portuguese religious saint who dedicated his life to serving others. His selfless acts left an indelible mark on those he encountered throughout his journey. Closer to home at Worcester Guildhall stood Samuel Brewer, a devoted churchman whose unwavering faith inspired many within his community. Through his teachings and guidance, he provided solace during turbulent times. As we delve further into this historical tapestry of 1724, one cannot overlook peculiar yet captivating images like that of Yogi and Peacock or even the intriguing phrase "BODY EXPOSED AT DOOR. " These enigmatic hints beckon us to explore hidden stories waiting to be unraveled. In retrospect, 1724 reveals itself as a year filled with intellectual pursuits intertwining philosophy with artistry while also embracing spirituality and human compassion. It serves as a reminder that history is not merely composed of dates but rather an intricate mosaic woven by countless lives intertwined through time.